Just a brief update. Been back almost 2 weeks from our annual week in Scotland. The weather was averaging 11 or 12 degrees which is pretty bad even for a Highland summer but we still had a cracking do. I…
Couple of hours on the Wharfe
Sunday I decided I should nip down to the Wharfe for a good session. The weather looked perfect, it was warm yet overcast with just a slight breeze. I didn’t even pack a jacket because for once I felt…
Simms waterproof flip flops
Today I stumbled upon an astonishing bargain in Sportfish which I must share with you. For the paltry sum of £79.99 you can own your very own pair of Simms flip-flops. …
Trop cher Game Fair!
I’ve been meaning to sort out a weekend at the CLA Game Fair seeing as it’s coming to Leeds. My plan was to round up some mates and camp there for one, maybe 2 nights and make a proper do…
Return to Walton Hall
Ever since Stu splashed out on some pike fly-fishing gear he’s been desperate to go use it. To be fair, I was itching for some pike fly fishing action as well so when he suggested a return to Walton…
Follow me on Twitter!
Finally, FINALLY I have got to grips with Twitter and added a link to my Twitter account on the right sidebar! Click Follow to learn more about what I get up to (well, some of what I get up to)…
Helwith Bridge is open
I’ve had a few emails asking about Helwith Bridge. Their website is down and no contact number is available. I have managed to get a contact number and can confirm that the fishery is open! Contact Dave on 07790184641 and…
Annual club outing to Tanfield
Last Wednesday was the first fishing trip of 2015 for the Roundhay Fly Fishers and as always, Tanfield was chosen as the opening venue. I was quite excited about getting out to do some rainbow fishing which surprised me,…
Unexpected discovery in the river Aire
So, it’s trout fishing season once again and yet the blog is strangely quiet. I was excited to get out there and do some fishing but unfortunately I’ve had very little time due to moving festung YorkshireFlyFishing to a new…
First flyfishing foray of 2015
I mentioned in a previous post I’m trying to get back into the fly fishing groove after going Esox mental over winter. Like most of my hobbies if I find a problem I’ll just throw money at it, buy new…